News
Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Burgas CyberAce 2026: The Future of Cybersecurity in Burgas
On June 14, Burgas becomes a hub of innovation with Burgas CyberAce 2026. A youth cybersecurity competition that unites talent and technology. Learn how to get involved!
Healthcare shock: NHIF Governor Petko Stefanovski resigns
The Governor of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), Dr. Petko Stefanovski, has resigned due to a lack of political support. Learn about the reasons, the political pressure, and the revelations regarding the draining of the Fund.
Dams in Bulgaria: Over 81% full, new rainfall and hail expected
As of June 9, 2026, dams in Bulgaria are 81.69% full. The Ministry of Environment and Water has ordered a preventive release of water volumes due to forecasts of heavy rainfall and the risk of hail.
Attention! Traffic restrictions on the Hemus Motorway on June 10 and 11
Changes to traffic on the Hemus Motorway near the 34th km on June 10 and 11. Traffic is being redirected in both directions into the lane towards Varna due to repair works.
Catch boom in the Black Sea: Horse mackerel jumped by 200%, a rich bonito season is also expected
A 200% increase in horse mackerel and a threefold increase in scorpion fish are reported by the Executive Agency for Fisheries and Aquaculture (EAFA) for the first five months of the year. What should tourists at the seaside expect?
Hot weather with temperatures up to 35°: When will the cooling and rain arrive?
Weather forecast: A sunny day with heat up to 35° ahead of a cold front. Intense rainfall, thunderstorms, and a sharp drop in temperatures are expected from Friday.
Bulgaria to host Eurovision 2027: Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas in the running
Bulgaria is preparing for a historic hosting of Eurovision 2027. Ivo Hristov and Martin Green reported record progress, while Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas compete for the "host" title.
"FSC pulls the plug": License of "DallBogg: Life and Health" revoked due to a hole in reserves
The Financial Supervision Commission has revoked the license of "DallBogg: Life and Health" due to a deficit of 280 million euros in reserves and violations of imposed measures, affecting over 900,000 insured clients.
"More expensive and delayed": Bulgaria prepares to buy new 3D radars from "Thales"
The Defense Committee approved a deal of up to 195 million euros for 7 GM400α 3D radars from "Thales", financed mainly through SAFE, with a price increase due to delays and a dispute over "most modern" systems.
Triumph for Burgas: Aleksandra Ivanova won the national contest "Madara Rider"
Students from the Center for Support of Personal Development – Burgas conquered the national contest "Madara Rider". See how Aleksandra Ivanova and Teodora Dobreva impressed the jury with their talent.
Inspections in Varna prisons: What measures is the Ministry of Justice taking?
Deputy Minister of Justice Stanimir Stanev inspected the Varna prison and the "Razdelna" and "Varna" penitentiary dormitories. The focus is on living conditions, security, and curbing smuggling.
Mosquito spraying schedule in Burgas: See when your neighborhood will be treated
The Disinfection Station of Burgas is launching a massive mosquito treatment campaign from June 10 to July 3. See the full schedule by neighborhood and park for the city.
Workplace accident near Burgas: Worker injured during railway network repairs
A 53-year-old employee of the National Railway Infrastructure Company was injured in a workplace accident between Dolno Ezerovo and Kameno. The man was transported to a hospital in Varna following an electric shock.
Parliamentary committee approves new €3.8 billion debt: "Blank check" or financial stability?
The Budget Committee has approved at first reading a bill allowing for state debt of up to €3.8 billion for 2026. Finance Minister Galab Donev defended the measure as necessary for the pre-financing of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, while the opposition called it a "blank check."
Climate-Smart Pomorie: Seminar for a Sustainable Future on June 29
Pomorie Municipality invites you to a seminar on the "Climate-Smart Pomorie" project. We are discussing climate change risks and strategic adaptation measures on June 29, 2026.